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Are you getting ready to take a vacation this summer? From burglars to break downs, we’ve got tips to help take care of your house while your away! If your lawn is full of weeds, don’t just pull them before you pay attention to what’s causing the problem. We’ll share how to “read” …
The summer season with its intense heat can be really rough on your roof. We share a way to protect, restore flexibility and extend your roof life by 5 years. Hurricane season is here and researchers predict 19 big storms! We’ll help you make sure your house is ready. Having trouble with allergies? …
If you’ve ever taken on a tiling project, you may know that it’s messy and can take DAYS to wait for the adhesive to set, before you can grout. We’ll show you a trick of the trade to install tile that’s a lot less messy and far faster. Do you think the best …
Staining a wood deck is a popular summer project. We share how to get that project done in a weekend, plus we review new high efficiency airless paint sprayers that can cut project time by as much as a third. Summer marks the riskiest time of year for pool drownings, the leading cause …
Are you a do-it-yourselfer but need a better do-it-yourself workspace? We show you how to create a productive and efficient garage workspace to handle projects big and small. If your AC is going to go on the fritz… it’s going to happen on the hottest day of the year. We review the top …
Spring is the season of big rainstorms. We’ll have tips on how to make sure your roof is ready for the deluge! …
If you’d like to step up the look of your home’s exterior, a good lighting design can help. We’ll share tips on …
The Spring real estate market is heating up with buyers eager to upgrade to a new home. But the features …
Are ready to update your windows? You may find that it is one pretty confusing experience! We’ll share a …
One of the biggest security holes in any home is the garage door. Find out how to make sure your garage door is …
If you’d love to add more light to your kitchen, we share a new window trend that aims to do just that, in a very …
If you’re thinking about updating your kitchen but are concerned about the costs, we’re going to have tips on easy …
Ready for new kitchen cabinets? We’ll tell you how to choose new cabinets that’ll step up the space and not blow the …
Are your feet feeling freezing tile floors in the morning? Tired of having icy toes no matter how many layers of …
If your bathroom is short on space we share easy ways for a small bathroom a makeover that makes every inch …
Have you been feeling drafts all winter long and wondering if replacing old or drafty windows is a wise move? 7 key …
If you’ve been thinking about a remodeling project and wondering what to do with your ceiling, a drop ceiling is …
The laundry room might seem safe enough, but anywhere there’s extreme heat and lots of water, there’s potential for …
Adding a basement bathroom can make the space more useable and but below grade bathrooms need special designs in …
If you are planning to make the switch from carpet to one of the many beautiful solid surface floors, removing the …
Natural stone countertops are beautiful but also require a ton of maintenance to keep them looking as good. We sort …
Winter is rough on roofs so now is a good time to plan for any roof work that might be needed to be done come …
Want to tackle a home improvement project but don’t have much time? Tom & Leslie share 5 fast hacks that …
Thinking adding solar power to your home can reduce electricity costs? Not all panels deliver the same amount …
Improving your insulation is the easiest and least expensive way to get comfortable and save money. To help, …
Do you enjoy watching birds visit your yard in warmer weather, but miss them in the winter? Tom & Leslie …
Icicles may be attractive, but they’re an early warning of some potentially serious roof leaks. Learn how to …
Buying a house in 2022? We’ve got 4 key questions you might want to ask the home seller before you move in. …
A wood stove is a fantastic way to stay warm in winter. But not all wood delivers the same heat. Learn …
